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All you need are just 5 ingredients to make this traditional Yorkshire Pudding recipe. Come follow my easy step-by-step guide on how to make Yorkshire Puddings.

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Yorkshire Pudding

My kids love helping me make this Yorkshire Pudding recipe. They practically make the complete recipe themselves (aside from handling the hot pan). What they love most is sitting in front of the oven while watching the puddings quickly take form inside of the hot buttery muffin tins. they sit with anticipation and pick out the ones that they want to eat with their dinner.

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Yorkshire Pudding Questions Answered:

What is Yorkshire Pudding?

It’s a rich and savory dinner bread or roll that is served alongside equally rich meat like a pot roast or prime rib. It’s traditionally made from the pan drippings of meat while the meat cooks.

What do they call Yorkshire Puddings in America?

In America, we sometimes call them popovers. Although, I grew up in New England and we called them Yorkshire Puddings there.

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How to Make Yorkshire Puddings?

  1. In a medium bowl vigorously whisk together the eggs and milk until combined and a hom*ogeneous mixture forms, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Whisk in the flour and salt until combined and no flour pockets remain. Refrigerate the batter for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
  3. Move the oven rack to the middle position and preheat to 425 degrees F. Add 1/2 tablespoon of melted butter or beef drippings to each cup of a 12-cup muffin tin.
  4. Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven for 4 minutes. Then, moving quickly, remove the muffin tin from the oven and fill each muffin cup 3/4 of the way full with batter.
  5. Place the muffin tin back in the 425-degree oven and bake for 15 minutes. Then, reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the Yorkshire puddings are golden brown in color.
  6. Puncture each pudding with a wooden skewer, and then remove them from the pan and let them cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm.

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Cook’s Note – Yorkshire Pudding Recipe:

  • My favorite way to make this recipe is by using beef pan drippings. The flavor that the drippings give to these savory puddings is beyond delicious. In a pinch, butter can be used as well.
  • These are best served warm and within minutes of them coming out of the oven. They will keep for about 2-3 days after baking them, but you will need to reheat them in the oven before serving.

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5 from 11 votes

Yorkshire Pudding Recipe

Author From my sister-in-law, Beth

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 35 minutes minutes

Total Time 1 hour hour 45 minutes minutes

Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 6 Tablespoons melted butter or beef drippings

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl vigorously whisk together the eggs and milk until combined and a hom*ogeneous mixture forms, about 1-2 minutes.

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  • Whisk in the flour and salt until combined and no flour pockets remain. Refrigerate the batter for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.

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  • Move the oven rack to the middle position and preheat to 425 degrees F. Add 1/2 tablespoon of melted butter or beef drippings to each cup of a 12-cup muffin tin.

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  • Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven for 4 minutes. Then, moving quickly, remove the muffin tin from the oven and fill each muffin cup 3/4 of the way full with batter.

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  • Place the muffin tin back in the 425-degree oven and bake for 15 minutes. Then, reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the Yorkshire puddings are golden brown in color.

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  • Puncture each pudding with a wooden skewer, and then remove them from the pan and let them cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1pudding | Calories: 141kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 272mg | Potassium: 72mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 285IU | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 0.9mg

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This Yorkshire Pudding recipe first appeared on FFF on February 18, 2011. I have since updated the pictures, some of the originals are below.

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I’m Jillian, the creator behind Food Folks and Fun. I have over 30 years of experience cooking for others. There’s nothing I love more than cooking for my family. Food is love, and cooking isn’t just putting a meal on a plate: It’s putting a little part of myself into that meal.

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  1. Oh these look so good and seem so easy! My Nana used to make these every Sunday when we all went there for tea. Will have to give these a go

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  2. So cute! I love them. Thanks for linking up!

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  3. Angela, they are so easy!

    Happy Cooking,

    Jillian

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  4. Yummy, yum, yum!!

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  5. This is one of my favorite foods to make! In fact, I think I’ll go cook up a batch as soon as I hit “Post Comment” 🙂

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  6. Beef drippings will give this little cuties so much flavor, completely agree!

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  7. I have never tried making these with pan drippings! I am giving that a try for sure!

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  8. They look fabulous! I’m definitely making these for my family.

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  9. Lovely cute and yummy. Best breakfast idea ever. My kids would enjoy them too.v

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  10. As my first time makeing Yorkshire Pudding I didnt know what to expect.This was so easy and so good. I will make this again and again

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    1. So glad this recipe worked out well for you! Thanks for stopping by!

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  11. I’ve never made Yorkshire Pudding before and this recipe turned out beautifully! Just followed the instructions exactly. Wow!

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  12. I never knew that yorkshire pudding and popovers were the same thing. I love when I learn something new.

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  13. I grew up in New England, as well, but we always called them Popovers! Popovers are a little different from Yorkshire Pudding, as they rise high above the custard cup or there are special pans just for making Popovers. They are really delicious.

    I have had Yorkshire Pudding, though, and my first time was when I was in England and we went to this restaurant, (something on The Strand, but can’t quite remember), which at one time was only open to business men. Some years later, it was opened to women as well. We enjoyed a delicious roast of beef and they served the Yorkshire Pudding right at the table. It was baked in a long, oblong baking pan. It was out of this world. That was an experience that I’ll always remember.

    I’ll try making these little cuties, in the muffin pan, sometime soon. Thank you for sharing!

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    1. Hi Marilyn,

      I love how food can evoke memories; it seems like you had quite the meal while in England!
      I just returned from a trip to London and had Yorkshire Pudding with a “Sunday Roast” at a restaurant right on the Stand overlooking the Thames. I’ve had Yorkshire Pudding baked in a big pan, and as individuals like the recipe below.

      I hope you enjoy this recipe, thanks for stopping by! 🙂

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  14. Hi there, glad to see the Yorkshire pudding is popular in the States!
    If you prefer the puddings to rise more and be a bit crisper (as is tradition) try 4 medium eggs, 200ml milk (about 3/4 cup plus a tablespoon) and 1 cup of flour in the recipe above. Make sure the fat is smoking hot before pouring the mixture into tins, then bake at 450F for 20-25 minutes. Don’t be tempted to open the oven during cooking otherwise the puddings will loose their rise!

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    1. Hi Matt,
      Thanks for the tips!

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  15. These are the BEST! My go to recipe!

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FAQs

What is the secret to making Yorkshire puddings rise? ›

Resting the batter overnight is key for developing better flavor. Forget about cold batter: letting it rest at room temperature helps it rise taller as it bakes. A combination of milk and water gives the Yorkshire puddings extra rise and crispness.

What is the best oil to use for Yorkshire pudding? ›

Use a fat that will get hot enough to puff up the yorkies. Olive oil isn't the best choice, but sunflower or vegetable oil reach a higher temperature, which is essential for achieving the maximum reaction when the batter is added.

What is Yorkshire pudding called in America? ›

History. The popover is an American version of Yorkshire pudding and similar batter puddings made in England since the 17th century, The oldest known reference to popovers dates to 1850. The first cookbook to print a recipe for popovers was in 1876.

What is an individual Yorkshire pudding called? ›

Popovers are essentially the same things as Yorkshire puddings, but are made individually in a popover pan, which is similar to a muffin tin but with taller, straighter sides. The name comes from the fact that they “pop” over the top of the pan impressively.

Does an extra egg help Yorkshire puddings rise? ›

If you want to go Instagram-ready with sky-high fluffy Yorkshires, add an extra egg white to your batter. They'll tower over the competition. With that in mind, always make sure your Yorkshire puddings have room to rise in the oven.

How long should Yorkshire pudding batter rest? ›

4: Pour the batter into a jug, cover and leave to rest in the fridge for at least 4 hours, but ideally overnight if you have time. 5: When ready to cook, pre-heat the oven to 180 C and heat up your pudding trays, adding a little oil or beef dripping into each 'cup' and heat for at least 10 mins.

Should Yorkshire batter be thick or runny? ›

Yes, the batter should be runny, about the consistency of heavy cream. Here is my very quick, easy and amazing cheap recipe together with some important points which will make sure the puddings are a success.

Can you put too much oil in Yorkshire puddings? ›

Too much will make the bottom of your Yorkshires greasy, while too little could see your puds stick to the pan. It always pays to measure out the right amount – try and use a recipe that specifies the quantity of fat to use.

Should you add baking powder to Yorkshire pudding? ›

Plain flour is key, according to the Brits. The addition of bicarb or baking powder should not be added to the mix at all, and can even cause the puds to become flat, dense, or even burn.

Is a German pancake the same as a Yorkshire pudding? ›

Dutch babies, popovers, German pancakes, Yorkshire pudding are all the same thing just different names. Technically these are all baked puddings and delicious. Try serving them with my delicious strawberry syrup.

What is the German version of Yorkshire pudding? ›

Somewhere between a Yorkshire pudding and a souffle, German puffs are a rich and satisfying dish. This is a quick and easy historical recipe that makes a tasty breakfast or brunch dish.

How do the English eat Yorkshire pudding? ›

As a first course, it can be served with onion gravy. For a main course, it may be served with meat and gravy, and is part of the traditional Sunday roast, but can also be filled with foods such as bangers and mash to make a meal. Sausages can be added to make toad in the hole.

What is the best oil for Yorkshire puddings? ›

This needs to get to the exact temperature and be piping hot to ensure the maximum sizzle for the maximum rise in those puds! The oven temperature you'll need is around 220oC / 200oC Fan. What oil is best for Yorkshire puddings? We believe that a cold pressed Rapeseed Oil is the best oil for the job.

Why do my Yorkshire puddings not have a hole in the middle? ›

Room temperature vs cold batter: if your batter is at room temperature when it hits the hot pan, you will get a better rise with a crispier hollow pudding. If your batter is cold, your Yorkshires will be slightly more dense inside but with that perfect gravy-pooling cup shape.

Are popovers and Yorkshire pudding the same thing? ›

Yorkshire Puddings are a staple in England with a Roast Dinner. Here in the US we know them as Popovers which are the same thing as the modern Yorkshire Pudding, except using a different pan. Yorkshire puddings are a delicious way to have a bread with your dinner with a minimal time investment.

What makes Yorkshire puddings puff up? ›

Yorkshire pudding batter has just three ingredients – milk, eggs and flour – but the addition of water can make the finished result puffy and light. The fat content of the milk and eggs brings richness, but it's the water that helps them crisp up.

What causes Yorkshire puddings not to rise? ›

Over-filling your Yorkshire pudding tin will lead to heavy puddings, which won't rise to lofty heights. Whether you're making individual Yorkshire puddings or a large pud to carve up, only fill the tin about a third of the way for optimum puds.

What is the raising agent in Yorkshire puddings? ›

Put a small amount of fat into each hole of a bun/muffin/yorkshire pudding tin (this recipe makes 6 bun/muffin tin sized Yorkshire puddings or will make two large Yorkshire puddings if you're using a proper Yorkshire pudding tin. Absolutely not. Yorkshire puddings are made like popovers. The eggs are the raising agent.

How do you keep Yorkshire puddings from sagging? ›

Be sure to close the oven door slowly so you don't force all the hot air out. Oh, and don't open the door to check on progress – the cold air will make your puds sag. Keep an eye on your creations through the glass door of the oven. When they rise and look golden-brown and crisp on top, they're done.

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